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Resistance

Yes, resistance is a valid Scrabble word. It has 10 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does resistance mean?

noun

  1. the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with he encountered a general feeling of resistance from many citizens
  2. any mechanical force that tends to retard or oppose motion
  3. a material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for resistance

Word facts

Letters10
Vowels / consonants4 / 6
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of resistance

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Words you can make from resistance

Unscramble RESISTANCE for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is resistance a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Resistance is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is resistance worth in Scrabble?

Resistance is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does resistance mean?

Resistance means: the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with.